
6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari
Traveler rating
4.1/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari worth booking?
6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari is a 144-hour experience in Nairobi, Kenya, from $2729 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 72 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (7)
- Duration
- 144 hours
- From
- $2729 per person
Head to the Northern Hemisphere through the Great Rift Valley towards the famous Maasai Mara Reserve. This tour samples all of the Big 5 areas, an awesome combination for nature, wildlife, history and great tales from th
What you get
- Personalized private service
- All accommodation during the tour
- Transport in a private 4 x 4 Safari Jeep with an open roof
- All meals and drinking water during the tour
- English speaking tour guide/driver
- Lunch
About this experience
Head to the Northern Hemisphere through the Great Rift Valley towards the famous Maasai Mara Reserve. This tour samples all of the Big 5 areas, an awesome combination for nature, wildlife, history and great tales from the locals of the old days. Cross the Equator and experience an awesome view of Mount Kenya!
What's included
Included
- Personalized private service
- All accommodation during the tour
- Transport in a private 4 x 4 Safari Jeep with an open roof
- All meals and drinking water during the tour
- English speaking tour guide/driver
- Lunch
- All game drives as noted in the itinerary
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- All applicable government taxes, levies and park entrance fees
- All transfers
- Flying Doctors medical, emergency, and rescue cover
Not included
- International flights and taxes
- Passports and visa applications and processing
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities for drivers/guides
- Personal laundry
- Alcoholic drinks
- Entrance fee for activities noted as optional
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Africa Flash McTours and Travel
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for 6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
7 Days in Kenya with Africa FlashMC – A Wildly Perfect Safari!
If you’re wondering whether to book your Kenya trip with Africa FlashMC, stop thinking and just do it. Trust us—future you will be high-fiving past you for making such a solid choice. We just wrapped up a 7-day adventure across Nairobi, Nakuru, and the legendary Masai Mara, and it was everything we hoped for and more. Honestly, if this trip were a movie, it’d win Best Picture, Best Soundtrack (hello, roaring lions!), and Best Supporting Guide—shoutout to Edward, the real MVP. From the Giraffe Center smooches to 5 days of safari magic, this trip had it all. The vehicle was super comfy (think “safari limo”), the weather was made-for-Instagram perfect, and yes, we spotted the Big Five, plus a full supporting cast of zebras, giraffes, cheetahs, and more. Oh, and let’s talk about the resorts—every one of them was all-inclusive luxury in the wild, with food that made us forget we were miles from the city. We even had lunch in the middle of the jungle (zero lions at the table, thankfully) and our own sundowner moment like something out of a travel magazine. What really made this trip unforgettable, though, were the people. Edward, our guide and driver, wasn’t just knowledgeable—he was kind, humble, funny, and just a genuinely good human. That goes for pretty much everyone we met. The Kenyan warmth and hospitality? Next level. And yes—we visited a Masai village, danced a little, learned a lot, and walked away with major respect for this beautiful culture. Bottom line? Africa FlashMC nailed it. Smooth planning, amazing locations, epic experiences, and the kind of team that makes you feel like family. Kenya, you’ve set the bar very high.
Response from the operator: Dear Krunal, Wow—thank you so much for this truly incredible review! Reading your words brought huge smiles to our entire team. We're beyond thrilled to hear that your 7-day journey with us across Nairobi, Nakuru, and the Masai Mara was everything you dreamed of and more. Your vivid storytelling had us right there with you, from the Giraffe Center kisses to those unforgettable Big Five sightings and the luxury of jungle lunches. We’re so happy that every detail, from the “safari limo” comfort to the resort experiences, met (or exceeded!) your expectations. A very special thank you for recognizing Edward, he’ll be overjoyed to hear he earned the title of MVP! Guides like him are the heart of what we do, and it's so fulfilling to know his warmth, knowledge, and humor helped make your adventure truly unforgettable. We're also glad you got to connect with the local culture and community—that’s such a rich and important part of any visit to Kenya. It means a lot to us that you embraced it so fully. Thank you once again for trusting Africa FlashMC with your journey and for taking the time to share your beautiful experience. You’ll always have a home here in Kenya—and with us. Warmest regards, Peter & the Africa FlashMC Team
via Tripadvisor
Great Safari trip to key areas in Kenya.
To start with, Peter worked closely with us in coming up with a plan, with a lot of patience and with a focus to tailor make it for us. After arriving at Nairobi pickup was smooth and on time. John was our driver and he was always on time and was amazing in many ways. He was patient with our photography interest and was very patient in waiting for us to complete the shot we wanted. John was quite good at spotting animals and had a vast knowledge in identifying animals. he was also very knowledgeable about Kenya in general and answered many cultural questions with clear answers.. The resorts we were put was great for most part. Being Vegans, we feared about food availability but to our pleasant surprise we found many options in SOPA(MAsai Mara) and in Samburu village. The resort in Lake Nakuru(Lake Nakuru Lodge) was just average and the food was abysmal. if you guys have an option you can choose a different place and avoid this, esp if you want vegetarian/Vegan food. The seats in the land cruiser are very uncomfortable, so it might be a good time for them to upgrade the seats if not the whole vehicle. One other negative to capture here is that we were promised 2 binoculars in the safari vehicle and we had none and John kept saying he will find one, but until the trip ended this did not happen. make sure you emphasize this if you do not carry any binoculars. we had one that even John used to spot animals. Overall kudos to John and Peter for the amazing Safari trip.
Response from the operator: Jambo Deepika, Thank you for choosing to travel with us on our 10 days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Samburu Safari, and taking time to provide a feedback on your safari experience. We appreciate your positive feedback on your Family safari experience with us, from the planning of the itinerary to your Safari guide John who made this safari experience much more memorable. We have noted your recommendation on the accommodation in Lake Nakuru, and will share your feedback with the hotel and guests when booking. We have upgraded the seats of the Land Cruiser to more comfortable one. In regards to the Binoculars we allocate 2 per vehicle, and it is regrettable that they were not put in the vehicle on the day of the safari. Hopefully this shall not be your last Kenya holiday safari in Kenya, with us. We look forward to hosting you and your friend and family in the near future. Best Regards Flash Mc Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Absolute recommendation
We booked a 6-day safari through the owner Peter. Despite our short-term booking, all our wishes were taken into account. All three parks, Masei Mara, Nakuru and Amboseli offered different animals and beautiful landscapes. No wishes were left unfulfilled in the lodges. However, we liked the conversations with our guide John best. We were allowed to learn a lot about the animal and plant world, but also about the land and people. Thank you for this great experience.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Six-day safari - Africa Flash Mctour
My family and I have just returned from safari in Kenya (children 20, 18 and 15). We did the six-day safari to Masai Mara, Lake Nauru and Amboseli. We had a driver called John (Mwangi) who was amazing! We can't recommend him highly enough. He was knowledgeable, competent, funny and patient. He was flexible to our requirements, changing our itinerary whenever requested - we felt completely safe in his hands. John showed us all the animals we wanted to see and taught us swahili and some kikuyu in the process. He had plenty of facts about all the animals we saw and always managed to make us smile. We chose Flash McTours because of their excellent reviews and because they are a local Kenyan company. Peter was very reliable ahead of the tour and efficient in responding promptly to emails and requests. The lodges in Lake Nakuru and Amboseli were great. We also chose the option to do a sunrise balloon ride (with champagne breakfast!) which was excellent. We visited a Masai village which was an eye-opening experience. We participated in the welcome dance (including the jumping competition) and had a glimpse of Masai village life.
via Tripadvisor
100% recommended
We did the 6-day safari (Samburu-Nakuru-Masai Mara) and the experience was spectacular... we would repeat it a thousand times! This route seemed ideal, as it is enough to see most of the animals and allows you to see very different scenarios, with changes in flora and fauna among the reserves. I thought the cost/benefit of the tour was super good, considering it was a private tour for 2 people, with a very good guide and excellent accommodations with meals included. Our guide, Patrick, made us feel safe at all times, something really important when you are in a country where you do not share the language. In addition, he had an incredible ability to identify animals, even at great distances or between trees (in fact, thanks to that we could see a leopard on our first game drive!). Patrick allowed us to stay and watch the animals as long as we wanted (unlike others, who stopped for a short time) and was very flexible in everything, something we really liked and made us feel comfortable. We had a little downside with the car wheel on the 1st day, which was offset by the extra-long game drive the next day, so super good! Patrick really cared that we had an unforgettable experience. It gave us time to see the animals as much as we wanted (unlike others, who stopped for a short time) and was very flexible in everything, something we really liked and made us feel comfortable. The van was fine, with enough space to carry suitcases and ideal for looking during the safari, as the roof was raised. The Enterprise, Peter and Patrick gave us confidence, thanks to their Capacity (in covers) to inconvenience, something one does not know until they pass!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 144 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 72h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $2729 to $5257
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nairobi.
How much does 6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari cost?
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Prices start at $2729 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Nairobi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari take?
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Plan for about 144 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Nairobi is not rushed.
Is 6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Nairobi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 72 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 144-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Nairobi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Nairobi and add a light layer if any part of the 144-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 6-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Safari start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Nairobi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Nairobi?
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On Outty we rank every Nairobi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 3 days group joining safari to Maasai Mara with a Land Cruiser Jeep, 1 Day trip to Hells Gate and optional Lake Naivasha From Nairobi, Nairobi Masai village Day Tour Experience. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Nairobi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Nairobi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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